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This is an age-old question and not only for hotel rooms, but also airfares, rental cars, and show tickets: Book now or gamble on a better deal later? With airfares, it’s a little dicier, since the cancellation policies are so strict. But with hotel rooms, it’s more cut and dried.
We think the answer is to spend some time finding your best rate, then book it. Of course, absolutely pay attention to the cancellation details, so you know what your deadline is for either locking in or bailing out. Then you can check for better rates at your convenience, cancelling and rebooking if something better comes along.
It's tedious, but at least you have a reservation, so you’re not left out in the cold if hotel rooms get tight. You also have a base rate to compare against the new rates. And what you pay can only get better, never worse.
The best way to find the best rates is by using discount codes for promotional deals through affiliates, like on this website, by linking to our discount codes right on the home page, in the big box at the top right. Our discounts are as good as any -- and better than some.
If any QoDers have any further tips, please let us know.